by PATRICIA MILLER CTFashionMag.com You are always going to run into a situation where pre-planning is essential. In every weight loss plan or program, pre-planning is essential. Post-weight loss surgery […]
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No gym, no problem
by CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com Nowadays some of us are finding it harder and harder to make time for fitness. Between school, work, kids, and whatever else might be filling up […]
Read moreFinding your motivation for summer
by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com It’s officially that time of year to embrace the warm weather, and begin making official summer plans. How have you been enjoying the warmer weather recently? […]
Read moreRegaining your mid-year motivation
By CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com Everyone at some point has a bad day. Sometimes it can happen more often than we’d like but bad days are a part of life and […]
Read moreGetting ready for bikini season
by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com It’s that time of year again. Beach season is approaching, and it’s the time to start shopping for your bikinis. Summer is just around the corner. […]
Read moreTraveling after weight loss surgery
by PATRICIA MILLER CTFashionMag.com Where to begin? As we prepare to jet off to Portland and join 300 other weight loss surgery patients, I’ve taken a moment to reflect on […]
Read moreHow do you deal with stress?
Stress? How do you deal with stress? They say it’s the biggest cause of heart disease and does the most long term damage to our health. I feel as though […]
Read moreYoga class intimidation and how to overcome it
by CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com The ultimate goal in yoga is not to get the perfect pose instead it should be self-realization. You do not need to hike to a mountain […]
Read moreHealthy foods fit for your pregnancy
by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com To all those Mommies-To-Be out there, focusing on what you eat during your pregnancy is crucial to have the healthiest baby that you can. Although it […]
Read moreBeat the slump of a fitness bump
by CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com At some point in our fitness routines, we may be faced with a speed bump. Your motivation might be getting low, the gym is overcrowded, and […]
Read moreDefining what it means to be ‘active’
by PATRICIA MILLER CTFashionMag.com What is being active exactly? So many times we go through this journey after weight loss surgery and everybody’s advice is “Be Active.” “Be more active.” […]
Read moreFit pregnancy: Importance of healthy exercise for mommy and baby
by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com During your pregnancy, it was essential to focus in on your eating and fitness regime. The nourishment your baby received while you were pregnant was so […]
Read moreForget Chocolate! Red Juices Are A Healthier Valentine Alternative
From Valentine’s Day to Heart Health Month, February is splashed with red. Although chocolates may rule as a popular Valentine gift, those in the mood for a healthier treat can […]
Read moreMaking fitness goals for 2017
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com After the initial rush of resolution resolvers hit the gym on Jan. 1 and surrendered by Feb. 1, the dedicated few are bearing down to reach […]
Read moreMeet Connecticut’s latest queen
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The 2017 Miss Black Connecticut USA pageant was held this past weekend with Charrisse Gudger, competing as Miss Black Stamford, taking home the title. Charisse Gudger was […]
Read moreBody Construct: A message to the Fit Mommies out there
by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com To all those Fit Mommies out there. I’m sure all of you have those fitness goals you have always wished you could have achieved. Getting back […]
Read more41. Time to excuse yourself from the guilt
by PATRICIA MILLER CTFashionMag.com I am 41. Yes, this December I turned 41. I decided at 41, I’m going to release myself from guilt. Guilt of not being enough, not […]
Read moreA New Year: Overcoming fitness fears
by CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com Finally 2017 is upon us and it’s that time to make those New Year’s Resolutions. If 2016 was a rough year for you sticking to your […]
Read moreCruising into a difficult situation
by PATRICIA MILLER CTFashionMag.com As I write this, I’m on a family vacation. A cruise, to be exact. Talk about a difficult situation and a learning experience at the same […]
Read moreBody Construct: Beat the holiday stuffing
by LORI-ANN MARCHESE Special to CTFashionMag.com As Thanksgiving is approaching, all you can think about is what will be on your dinner table. From pumpkin pie to your family’s homemade […]
Read moreBody Construct: Unwind the wind– How to build up your cardiovascular health at home
by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com When initiate any exercise regimen, we may find it difficult because we can get easily winded. This is completely normal. Before you start any exercise program, […]
Read moreTime to ‘Fall’ into fitness
by CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com For many of us fall festivity season is the best season of all, especially with the arrival of Halloween. We get to dress up in fun […]
Read moreGet the most out of your workout
By CASSIE SIGNORE CTFashionMag.com Everyone nowadays is always trying to maximize their time and efficiency. Whether it means getting the newest iPhone or having the latest smart watch, everyone, […]
Read moreWorth the weight: Making the decision to undergo weight loss surgery
by PATRICIA MILLER Weight loss surgery. These three words bring up a lot of emotions for people. Six years ago, I was the one making the emotional decision to have […]
Read moreFace it: Diving into your first facial
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com You’ve heard the term “facial.” But maybe you don’t really know what it is and aren’t sure where to find out. Well, Autumn Capurso, marketing manager […]
Read moreSore today. Strong tomorrow
by CASSIE SIGNORE CTFashionMag.com Last month, I talked about what it means if you are not sore after your workout. Post-workout muscle soreness can occur when a muscle in your […]
Read moreGetting Fit with Body Construct by Lori-Ann Marchese: Beat the heat
by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com As the summer approaches, you realize you finally get to show off that summer body you have been working on for weeks. But, as soon as […]
Read moreFitness: Better to be sore rather than sorry?
by CASSIE SIGNORE CTFashionMag.com What does it mean if you’re not sore after a workout? Many people associate muscle soreness with a good workout and feel if they’re not sore […]
Read moreGetting Fit with Body Construct by Lori-Ann Marchese: Outdoor fitness
By LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com Summer is the time to embrace the outdoors and use it to your advantage. Going for a hike in the woods is a very common form […]
Read moreHealth: What do we mean when we say ‘water weight?’
by CASSIE SIGNORE CTFashionMag.com by CASSIE SIGNORE CTFashionMag.com When we first begin a new exercise or eating plan, it can be hard to determine what type of weight we are […]
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